Synopsis Today, Research and Development (R&D) in pharmaceuticals have taken upon new dimensions, which continue to contribute to better medical care with each passing day. Taking a  thorough, comprehensive look into the world of drug research, conception and creation, this look has been designed to serve as a useful referral for pharmacy students. The book delineates not just the pharmaceutical sciences in a detailed manner, but also the industry which sustains these sciences and their development. It brings under cover the various processes, principles and practices which underlie pharmaceuticals, as well as the issues present in the industry, including those of research, marketing and legal regulations. In addition, effort has been taken to bring within purview the emerging sciences and fields of pharmaceuticals, their contribution to the industry, and gives a projection of what the future holds for the pharmaceutical industry. It is hoped then, that the insightful and comprehensive content of the book is appreciated by the readers.